An effective specific purpose identifies __________.
A. the introduction, the body, and the conclusion
B. the general purpose of the speech, the audience, and the exact topic to be covered
C. the audience, the internal preview, and the main points
D. the general purpose of the speech, the audience, and the call to action.
Answer: B
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